Exploration Director Mining and Mineral Exploration
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About the Role
Lead exploration strategy and technical operations in mining, ensuring compliance with regulations while managing teams and delivering geological studies.
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Responsibilities
- Lead multi year exploration strategy and annual budgets
- Oversee drill programs, sampling protocols, and assay coordination
- Deliver technical reports aligned with JORC/NI 43 101 standards
- Manage land access negotiations, JV discussions, and license agreements
- Ensure full compliance with environmental and mining regulations
- Coordinate with refining teams to validate metallurgical characteristics
- Build and mentor a multidisciplinary exploration team
- Maintain strong relationships with MIM, SGS, and key stakeholders
Requirements
- Master's degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field
- 15+ years in mineral exploration, including 5+ years in senior leadership
- Proven success in discovering and defining economic gold resources
- Strong understanding of Saudi geological frameworks and mining regulations
- Expertise in drill program management and contractor coordination
- Proficiency in geological modeling and GIS tools
- Experience preparing reports compliant with JORC/NI 43 101
- Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage
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Role Purpose
- The Exploration Director will oversee exploration strategy, technical operations, regulatory compliance, and team leadership.
- The role transforms geological data into bankable studies that support major investment decisions and future mining development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead multi‑year exploration strategy and annual budgets.
- Oversee drill programs, sampling protocols, and assay coordination.
- Deliver technical reports aligned with JORC / NI 43‑101 standards.
- Manage land access negotiations, JV discussions, and license agreements.
- Ensure full compliance with environmental and mining regulations.
- Coordinate with refining teams to validate metallurgical characteristics.
- Build and mentor a multidisciplinary exploration team.
- Maintain strong relationships with MIM, SGS, and key stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Geology, Earth Sciences, or related field.
- 15+ years in mineral exploration, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
- Proven success in discovering and defining economic gold resources.
- Strong understanding of Saudi geological frameworks and mining regulations.
- Expertise in drill program management and contractor coordination.
- Proficiency in geological modeling and GIS tools.
- Experience preparing reports compliant with JORC / NI 43‑101.
- Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.
Technical Skills
- Geological modeling (Leapfrog, Micromine, Datamine).
- GIS (ArcGIS, QGIS).
- Geochemical and geophysical survey interpretation.
- Budgeting and financial modeling for exploration projects.
- Knowledge of RC, diamond core, and reverse‑circulation drilling.
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinking and commercial acumen.
- Strong negotiation and stakeholder‑management skills.
- High commitment to safety and environmental compliance.
- Ability to lead diverse teams in remote field environments.
- Excellent communication with technical and non‑technical audiences.
Success Indicators – First 12 Months
- Delivery of a complete exploration strategy approved by leadership.
- Acquisition of new high‑potential exploration licenses.
- Execution of drill programs with zero lost‑time injuries.
- Delivery of a maiden resource estimate (JORC‑compliant).
- Strong regulatory relationships established.
- Development of a training and succession plan for the geology team.
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